Better Homes Abu Dhabi Apr'16

bhomes.com

Complimentary copy

Abu Dhabi

April-June 2016

NEUTRAL NOTES Create the perfect summer home with these seasonal trends

Cityscape uncovered ∙ Décor trends ∙ Discover Al Reef island

E L A B O R AT E | D E S I G N I D E A S | S AT I S F Y | A E S T H E T I C | D E M A N D S

Better Homes Magazine | WELCOME

WelcoMe The capital seems to be in full swing at the moment, with events taking place almost every weekend on Yas Island, and new stores opening up at shopping malls. Discover looks for your home (page 12), design inspiration and pieces to shop for (from page 8) – we know it can be hard overlooking the latest collections and sales at homeware stores.

Managing Director Victoria thatcher Editorial Director John thatcher Editor nicola Monteath

Planning on visiting Cityscape this month? Find out what’s happening on page 26. Al Reef is quite the hot topic at the moment with villas, townhouses, and apartments proving to be suitable not just for families, but couples and singles too. View our selection from page 30, if you’re on the hunt for a home away from the city life. If you can’t come to a conclusion, our guide on page 23 will be of assistance.

Senior Designer Andy Knappett Designer emi Dixon

Happy Reading.

Production Manager Muthu Kumar

nicola Monteath nicola@hotmediapublishing.com

Group Advertising Manager sukaina Hussein Senior Advertising Manager shweta Praful

bhomes.com To contact any of the above people, email firstname@ hotmediapublishing.com Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission from HOT Media Publishing is strictly prohibited.

HOT Media Publishing does not accept liability for omissions or errors in Better Homes magazine.

facebook.com/betterhomespage

Tel: +971 4 364 2876 Fax: +971 4 369 7494

Cover: Image supplied by Minotti

contents 8

11

Earthy tones for a fresh summer home

A stylish woman’s home packed with pink tones

mood of thE moNth

18

shoP foR ...

10

12

Find out more about this Vice President’s design style

The latest in décor looks to try this month

st yLE fILEs

fUsINg ARAbE sqUE wI th PARIsIAN Stem inspiration from this family villa

23

oN tRENd

thE bEst of AL REEf Explore the neighbourhood

4

APRIL-JUNE 2016 | www.bhomes.com

24

whIch NURsERy ?

See what Humpty Dumpty nursery has in store

30

PRoPERt y LIstINgs Look to Al Reef for your dream home

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces

WE WANT TO BUY OUR DREAM HOME

THE HOME OF REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT Cityscape Abu Dhabi, the capital’s largest and most influential property exhibition is back. Bringing together investors, developers, government officials and real estate professionals, there is no better place to find investment opportunities and new business partners. With hundreds of developments from Abu Dhabi and overseas being showcased, Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2016 is the home of real estate investment.

Register now for FREE entry  +9714 336 5161 Strategic Partner

Research Partner

Platinum Sponsor

Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, UAE

 info@cityscapeabudhabi.com

Gold Sponsor

Official Property Portal

12 - 14 APRIL 2016

Silver Sponsor

Official English Newspaper

Official Classified Partner

Business Magazine

Official Arabic Newspaper

Official Magazine

 www.cityscapeabudhabi.com Supporting Partner

Official Russian Publication

Official Online Partner

Hosted Alongside

Regional Broadcasting Partner

Organised By

exhibitions

Better Homes Magazine | HOUSE The gorgeous pink tone in this Martini Chair with flamingo details, and neat vintage-style print on the cushion, makes for a great conversation starter. Better Homes magazine loves the carved intricate elements on the arms and legs – the perfect statement piece for a living room. Available at Mosaique Boutique.

HOME 6

OCTOBER 2015 | www.bhomes.com

Better Homes Magazine | shopping

Mood of t he m o nt h. . .

earthy tones neutral hues allow the space to do the talking

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

7.

6.

8.

1 . co g n a c g l ass table lamp, d h s 1,629 at ch atte ls & Mo re 2. teapo t, d hs20 at daiso 3. r aised d esign grey vase, dh s2 85 at Zara home 4. d ie g o s te e l g re y a rmc hair with o ak legs, d hs985 at Marina ho m e 5 . Beetham sto o l, dh s1 ,78 2 at a n dre w Mar tin 6. Broc c ato brow n ru g , fro m d hs1 8,000 (200x300 cm ) at s ireco m 7. e lefant sid e table, dh s 599 at kare 8 . Min i n ou vea so fa, d hs1 3,5 00 at Burgund y d esigns

8

april-june 2016 | www.bhomes.com

Better Homes Magazine | shopping

style files

DI mA HALL AL , VI c E P REs IDENt of m E R cHANDIs IN g, LU xURy HomE A ND J E w E LLE Ry At AL tAyER gRo UP, s HA REs HE R INt E RIo R P REfERENc Es

HomE DEs I gN

My preferred style is contemporary – simple, with dramatic accents to add character. for example, i’m fond of lighting that gives a special effect on metallic wallpaper.

go -to sto REs

Our multibrand concept store, Aati, presents some of the world’s leading names in premium and contemporary designer furniture and accessories.

My personal favourites include fendi – for its dramatic and fashionable elegance – as well as Ralph lauren, for its transitional flair guaranteed to add character and warmth to any home.

sHoP fo R wALLPAPER At…

elitis. they offer a great variety, and are very stylish – it’s one of my favourite brands. it’s so important to pick the right paper when you’re trying to create a specific environment in the home.

fAVo URItE PAINt stoRE

Jotun, for the incredible selection and plethora of shades.

BEst HomE BUy

i love my Michael Aram golden marble cheese board, which gets compliments whenever i entertain guests at home.

INVEstmENt woRtHy

i would recommend spending on a beautiful chandelier – whether your taste is traditional or modern. it creates

a centrepiece to spark dinner party conversation, and adds a wonderful, chic accent to your living room. A stunning statement coffee or dining table adds life to a room as well, especially if your couch is a solid neutral tone.

INtERIo R tIP

Opt for neutral core pieces, and add character and splashes of colour with a mix of statement accessories. these can be changed as often as your mood, having the effect of revamping and refreshing the entire room. Personally i like a mix of gold and silver with a few colour accents.

10

JUNE-APRIL 2016 | www.bhomes.com

oNLINE sHoPPINg

Kelly Hoppen offers great wall coverings and accessories.

sAVE oN

Rugs. they get easily worn out, and need to be changed relatively often.

oN tHE wIsHLIst

i’m an avid collector of special pieces and sculptures from Michael Aram and l’Objet. Right now i’m keen to add the Minotti Bellagio white marble-topped lounge table to my collection. it’s perfect for small, intimate dinners at home with my husband.

Better Homes Magazine | shopping

SHOP For...

G l aM ST yliS H a pa rTMenT Feminine-style interiors

4.

3.

1.

2.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

1 . H ippo flr s c re e n ( 120 x 203 c m) g old, at The One 2. Tea cup planter, Dhs7 9 at Typo 3. Tray, Dhs209 at Zara Ho me 4. Table lamp, D h s 3 95 at Home s r us 5 . Glitter fuchsia rug, aro und Dhs1 8,000 at Sireco m 6. Flair b e i g e a rmc h a ir w ith oa k le g s , D h s 985 at Marina Ho m e 7. Five piece ro se cutler y set, Dhs1 4 8 at Villero y and B o c h 8 . Wh ite h e ave n pa in t, from D h s 120 per gallo n at Benjam in Mo o re 9. n ice cushy cushio n, Dhs7 9 at Typo

11

april-june 2016 | www.bhomes.com

Better Homes Magazine | Home HOME

On TREND InspIratIon for every room I n the house

dining room

The dining table is the focal point of any dining room, setting the mood and ambience of the space. The light and glossy finish of the Kotòveneer, gives the Mont Blanc a stylish upgrade. The style boasts a pleasant contrast between light wood veneer and metal elements painted in metallic grey.

Available at IDdesign.

12 12

april-june 2016 | www.bhomes.com aprIl-june

Better Homes Magazine | Home HOME

13 13

april-june aprIl-june2016 2016| |www.bhomes.com www.bhomes.com

Better Homes Magazine | HOME

bathroom

The new range from Armitage Shanks, called Kingsley, offers back to wall floor mounting, close coupled WC’s with soft close seating, and an extensive selection of counter washbasins and mixers to suit. The washroom is neat, yet refined, and easy on the eye. Available from Mac Al Gurg group.

kitchen

The retro Lydia Danos design from Hacker, offers low cabinetry with drawers and pull-outs. This makes the space light and airy. The strong maritime pine finish in the base cabinets contrasts well with the striking white tall cabinetry, while the lowered bar area in a different colour Silestone offsets the pure white of the kitchen tops. The ceiling mounted extractor is the perfect solution if you don’t want to obstruct your view with a chimney style hood.

Parador LVT flooring makes the space appear larger, while uniting the areas.

Miele appliances complete the look.

14

april-june 2016 | www.bhomes.com

Better Homes Magazine | HOME

bedroom

Colour is key in this bedroom scheme from The One, which boasts hints of yellow, orange, and green, giving off a tropical ambience. Cushions, frames, and lamps add vibrancy, while the plants lend a natural feel. The One have opened their affordable range known as The One Basics, at Yas Mall. Head there to find bargains on great quality furniture.

15

april-june 2016 | www.bhomes.com

Better Homes Magazine | Home

how to: CREATE YOUR OWN YOGA SANCTUARY

n if ty ide a s to p u t you r ski lls to the test

CHOOSe T H e ri G H T S paC e It’s important to practice in a room that is quiet, and away from disturbance. If you are going to build a room, try to make sure it receives an abundance of natural light – for Vitamin D – and is on a flat surface, for balancing postures to root down into the earth.

De- CluT T e r Your tranquil, meditation zone should be a heavenly retreat. Lots of clutter can make the space too busy, so it’s important to remove distractions and convert the space to a blank canvas, before filling it in.

Ke e p C a lM Wi TH COlO u r Muted, cool tones or warm whites are apt for a yoga zone. The aim is to keep the space as minimal, and neat as possible. Choose non-toxic, VOC-free

paints for the room, so that you feel great about going eco-friendly, and nurturing yourself and the environment – an integral part of yoga.

D i M T H e l i GH TS Have you ever stepped into an extremely bright yoga room? It’s important to install the right lighting, as it has a huge impact on your mood and well-being.

Install dimmer switches on overhead lights. If the room has windows, use lightweight cotton drapes to help filter light and privacy, while adding softness to the space. You can also consider hanging lanterns to give it an elegant touch.

F lO O r i n G eSS en Ti al S A soft, but sturdy yoga mat is an essential, but you can also change the

16 april-june 2016 | www.bhomes.com

floor tiles to wooden panels if you like.

This makes the room look and feel cosy. A designated yoga/meditation spot can help you cultivate awareness, as you practice on a daily basis in the same room. You will start to notice the difference in things that surround you – the air quality through the seasons, shift in light, and of course welcoming of new thoughts.

pl eaSan T SCen TS Candles, incense, or aromatherapy sprays can lift your mood, put you at ease, and give the space a warm, friendly vibe. The yoga room should be a place you love to visit at the beginning or end of your day. Consider placing a shelf on the wall, or perhaps a little table with a candle, altar, and flowers.

Do it The Zunn Way Call and make an appointment with our designers for a free consultation

Villa # 11 Jumeirah Beach Road, Umm Suqeim-2, Dubai Tel: +971 4 3467 366, +971 4 338 4594 I Fax: +971 4 3467 360 Cell: +971 50 8496 132 Email: info@zunndesigns.com I www.zunndesign.com

Better Homes Magazine | HOME TOUR

18

April-june 2016 | www.bhomes.com APRIL-JUNE

Better Homes Magazine | HOME TOUR

Fusing ArAbesque with

PArisiAn ChiC NARItA MANgARAN tAkEs Us thRoU gh hER LAtE st PRoJEct IN thE cAPItAL

19

april-june 2016 | www.bhomes.com APRIL-JUNE

Better Homes Magazine | HOME TOUR

W

ith over seven bedrooms, four living rooms, and two dining areas, this Khalifa City villa is bright, airy and roomy, with earthy tones bringing it all to life. “The colour scheme was inspired from the coastline of the Emirates, while the scenery of sunny sandy corniche was brought into the home,” says Indigo Living’s Interior Designer Narita Mangaran. Blue represents royalty, and gives the space a luxe, bold, and refined look that bonds together the theme perfectly. Narita tells us having a villa gives you the opportunity to play around with colours, while sticking to the monochrome concept throughout. “We’ve used various types of blues such as royal blue, teal, turquoise, and powder blue, accompanied by neutral colours such as beige, champagne gold, pearl, and off-white.”

Both the majlises boast white couches, and these areas are exclusively for the couple’s guests. Separating the lounge area, and TV room are quite common in the UAE. The lounge is used as a

A home is only complete when you add in accessories

breakfast nook, or place to unwind after dining, however there isn’t a partition in between the two areas, fusing two setups into one expansive space.

Most will agree a home is only complete when you add in accessories.

Naturally Narita looked to her own brand for their extensive selection on offer. “We used a lot of statement pieces such as the globe, chess boards, vases, candleholders, sculptures and novelty items. The lamps are decorative and at the same time, lend an ambient mood to every room,” she says. Textures create harmony and balance, while preventing the space from looking too monochromatic, and this is seen with drapes and rugs integrating materials into the home. “A rug completes a room.

It pulls everything together, and acts as background for the furniture and accessories, while making the room cosier,” says Narita. In true regal sense, the home not only exudes sophistication, but also makes a great spot for the family to come together and entertain friends at gatherings.

20

April-june 2016 | www.bhomes.com

Better Homes Magazine | HOME TOUR

21

april-june 2016 | www.bhomes.com

Better Homes Magazine | HOME TOUR

Textures create harmony and balance, while preventing the space from looking too monochromatic

22

April-june 2016 | www.bhomes.com

Better Homes Magazine | better living

THE BEST OF

al rEEF iSland

SET SAIL

Impress a loved one with the Sail and Dine package at Cipriani Yas Island.

Take in the stunning views of Yas on a two-hour sunset cruise, which includes drinks and canapés, and head back to the restaurant for a threecourse dinner featuring dishes like burrata with tomato and basil, eggplant allaparmigiana, fried calamari, fish, and their signature vanilla meringue dessert.

The package is available from Sunday to Wednesday, at Dhs7,500 for a group of ten. Call 02-6575400.

FUTURISTIC FUN

Faby Land at Deerfields Mall, caters to children aged three to 14, and offers attractions and games with a retro-

futuristic element. Take little ones here to play in the arcade, mingle with peers their age, and hop on fun rides. Visit deerfieldsmall.com.

EVENTS GALORE

The concert hub, Yas Island, will be hosting events in full swing this month.

Head there to watch Tom Jones on April 15, and Andrea Bocelli on April 22. Visit ticketmaster.ae, or Virgin Megastore to get your tickets.

GOLF SESSIONS

Pick up a hobby. Yas Links Golf Course offers coaching classes for individuals and groups. Whether you want a hands-on golf lesson, management session, or putting

23

APRIL-JUNE 2016 | www.bhomes.com

analysis, you can book it all over here.

Visit yaslinks.com.

For a fun take on golf, gather the children and make your way to the Tea & Putt mini golf course, decorated with neon colours, and a space-theme. Visit dalmamall.ae.

TASTE OF AL SACE

Indulge in dishes from the French region at Café d’Alsace, while sitting by the Marina and taking in the stunning views on Yas Island.

Specialities include confit of duck leg, slow cooked lamb with buttered spatzle, falmmkuchen (flatbread pizzas), warm tartines, and of course a selection of freshly baked croissants and desserts. Call 0508115414.

Better Homes Magazine | better living

which nursery?

Better Homes speaks to Humpty Dumpty Nurser y Director Mariam Srour, to explore the offerings for little ones SHorteN tHe ScHool ruN Thre e g re at ho m e s w i thi n m i nute s dri v e o f Hum p ty D um p ty Nurse ry

Khalifa City A Al Forsan Village Ref No. TH338225 Better Homes LLC

What sets your educational institution apar t from others in the city ?

Humpty Dumpty was founded in 1991, and is one of the most well established nurseries in Abu Dhabi. We have developed a relaxed and well-disciplined atmosphere by our team of qualified and experienced staff. Our purposedesigned curriculum supports children in reaching developmental milestones and age appropriate learning objectives.

Which grade does i t go up to?

We provide full and part time care for toddlers between the ages of one to four years.

Why should a parent enroll their child at your nurser y ?

We provide an inspiring, creative and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. Our nurseries are specifically designed and resourced to the highest standards, and we have an extensive range of educational equipment to support our curriculum and aims.

AED 210,000 4 BR 4,326 sq. ft.

Apar t from academics, what else does the nurser y focus heavily on?

Our children take an active role in caring for themselves, developing independence and learning the basic skills that are a necessary part of growing up and becoming happy and well-adjusted people.

MM Villa Khalifa A Ref No. VI338823 Hinal Kiran Gajjar

AED 215,000 5 BR 6,000 sq. ft.

Does the school offer anything else in par ticular ?

Music plays a vital part in a child’s developmental years, so we provide the Kindermusik programme, which nurtures their cognitive, emotional, social, language, and physical development. Furthermore, we teach the children Jolly Phonics - a multisensory programme which makes learning to read and write fun, and challenging for all children.

SelecteD FAcilitie S  Fully shaded outdoor area  Indoor gym  Dress up/role-play room  Sand/water area

24 APRIL-JUNE 2016 | www.bhomes.com

Private Villa Khalifa A

AED 600,000

Ref No. VI340053 Wissam Al Hamoud

9 BR 22,500 sq. ft.

Better Homes Magazine | HOUSE

WHAT TO EXPECT AT CITYSCAPE ABU DHABI 2016?

ThE coUNTRy ’s ANNUAL PRoPERT y Ev ENT PRomIsE s To bE A gREAT oPPo RTUNIT y foR ThosE LookINg To gET AdvIc E oN ThE REAL EsTATE mARkET. ExPLoRE T hE hAPPENINgs ANd PL AN yoUR TRIP sUccEssf ULLy

C

ityscape Abu Dhabi 2016 is the place to head to for the latest in property developments, to network, and get information on the real estate market, from the developers themselves.

To touch upon the current situation of the market, David Dudley, International Director at JLL MENA says while the impact of reduced oil prices on the economy will lead to a short-term slowdown in demand, this is occurring at a time of minimal supply completions leading to relatively stable market conditions. “The market experienced a major upswing from 2013 to 2014, led by the residential sales market, with prime residential prices growing at 25% per annum. This pace of growth was unsustainable,” he says, while clarifying

the market is in its correction stage and not experiencing a crash.

Those attending the exhibition, now in its 10th year of operation, will be able to attend the Abu Dhabi market overiew panel, as part of Cityscape Abu Dhabi Conference taking place on the first day of the show. One such is the spotlight on Abu Dhabi’s most recent economic drivers, its residential market capacity, and the impact the potential oil freeze output deal may have on the real estate sector. The effect of the recently implemented Regulation of Real Estate Sector in Abu Dhabi (the Property Law) on financing and mortgage enforcement will be one of the core topics discussed at the conference.

Key developers and financial

26

APRIL-JUNE 2016 | www.bhomes.com

institutions will take part at this year’s event, with new participants including Department of Municipal Affairs (DMA&T) and Urban Planning Council (UAE), SAPST (Morocco), Garanti Koza (Turkey), and returning brands such as Aldar Properties, Eagle Hills Properties, Tourism Development & Investment Company (TDIC), Bloom Properties, Masdar, Manazel, Eshraq, Wahat al Zaweya and Mubadala, and more.

NEEd To kNow: whEN? April 12-14, 2016 TImINgs? Tue-Wed: 10am - 7pm, Thu: 10am - 9pm

whERE? ADNEC

Visit cityscapeabudhabi.com or call 04-3365161.

Iconic commercial building on Baniyas Road

ENBD Gold Building is a newly renovated commercial property located in the centre of Deira trading district. It comprises of G+9 floors with facilities for all tenants. ▸ Affordable rents from AED 80 per sq. ft.

▸ Applicable for DED licensed companies

▸ Flexible office sizes from 1,150 sq. ft.

▸ Creek view

▸ Shell and core

▸ Managed by Better Homes

For more information, please call 600 56 9992 0r email customercare@bhomes.com

Experience Better.

bhomes.com | 600 56 9992

Better Homes Magazine | HoUSE Al Reef island is the perfect location for families and couples who want to live away from the city life. It’s location, close to Yas island, means you’re never too far away from some of the capital’s best attractions, and shopping malls, but the island itself has a great community vibe, and shops for every day needs.

HOUSE

Better Homes Magazine | HOUSE

FOR SALE

I f y o u l i k e w h a t y ou s e e a nd wa nt t o v ie w m o re , v i s i t b h o m e s .co m o r ca l l 0 4 4 0 9 0 9 9 8

Tower 18 Al Reef

AED 1,250,000

Ref No. AP332597 Better Homes Abu Dhabi

2 BR 1,236 sq. ft.

Tower 30 Al Reef

AED 910,000

Ref No. AP308826 Marie DeGuiche

1 BR 796 sq. ft.

30 APRIL-JUNE 2016 | www.bhomes.com

Better Homes Magazine | HOUSE

FOR SALE

I f y o u l i k e w h a t yo u s e e a nd wa nt t o v ie w m o re , v i s i t b h o m e s . co m o r ca l l 0 4 4 0 9 0 9 9 8

AED 1,850,000

Mediterranean Style 3 Bedroom Townhouse, Al Reef

Al Reef is the first planned community in Abu Dhabi, aimed towards those who prefer living in serene surroundings, away from the bustling city life. It provides an environment of style and sophistication with a range of options that integrate shopping, dining and relaxing, all into one single destination.

The villas are themed under categories including Mediterranean, Desert, Contemporary, and Arabic. This three bedroom villa offers an open layout kitchen, monochrome colours, and sleek finishing. Its location, near Al Raha Beach and within minutes drive to Abu Dhabi Island, makes it apt for those who enjoy community life.

31 APRIL-JUNE 2016 | www.bhomes.com

T h E D E TA i L S Approx size: 2,424 sq.ft.

Reference No: TH338949

Listed by Wissam Hammoud

Better Homes Magazine | HOUSE

FOR SALE

I f y o u l i k e w h a t y o u s e e a nd wa nt t o v ie w m o re , v i s i t b h o m e s . c o m o r ca l l 0 4 4 0 9 0 9 9 8

Contemporary Style Al Reef

AED 2,100,000

Ref No. VI297452 Wissam Al Hamoud

3 BR 2,424 sq. ft.

Mediterranean Style Al Reef

AED 3,000,000

Ref No. VI78950 Imran Ellam

5 BR 3,749 sq. ft.

32 APRIL-JUNE 2016 | www.bhomes.com

Better Homes Magazine | HOUSE

FOR SALE

I f y o u l i k e w h a t yo u s e e a nd wa nt t o v ie w m o re , v i s i t b h o m e s . co m o r ca l l 0 4 4 0 9 0 9 9 8

arabian Style Al Reef Ref No. TH218887 Imran Ellam

Tower 29 Al Reef Ref No. AP339384 Marie DeGuiche

Mediterranean Style Al Reef

AED 2,500,000 4 BR 2,858 sq. ft.

Ref No. TH78953 Thomas Peter Williams

Tower 36 Al Reef

AED 1,000,000 1 BR 1,001 sq. ft.

Ref No. AP339052 Wissam Al Hamoud

33 APRIL-JUNE 2016 | www.bhomes.com

AED 2,800,000 5 BR 3,749 sq. ft.

AED 1,000,000 1 BR 1,130 sq. ft.

Better Homes Magazine | HOUSE

FOR SALE

I f y o u l i k e w h a t y ou s e e a nd wa nt t o v ie w m o re , v i s i t b h o m e s . co m o r ca l l 0 4 4 0 9 0 9 9 8

Contemporary Style Al Reef

AED 2,500,000

Ref No. TH330147 Imran Ellam

4 BR 2,858 sq. ft.

arabian Style Al Reef

AED 2,000,000

Ref No. TH288203 Imran Ellam

3 BR 2,424 sq. ft.

34 APRIL-JUNE 2016 | www.bhomes.com

Better Homes Magazine | HOUSE

FOR SALE

I f y o u l i k e w h a t yo u s e e a nd wa nt t o v ie w m o re , v i s i t b h o m e s . co m o r ca l l 0 4 4 0 9 0 9 9 8

AED 3,000,000

deSerT STyle

5 Bedroom Townhouse, Al Reef

This spacious five-bedroom townhouse is ideal for a large family. Everything from the landscaping, to the private swimming pool and the actual interiors are absolutely stunning. The space gets an abundance of natural light, and is available from the end-user to the investor, making it a great investment for those who want to gain high returns. Al Reef is home to a number of dining outlets, and just minutes away from shopping malls, Yas Island, and Al Raha beach.

T h E D E TA i L S Approx size: 3,749 sq.ft.

Reference No: TH335089

Listed by Cheffie Melhem

35 APRIL-JUNE 2016 | www.bhomes.com

Better Homes Magazine | HOUSE

FOR SALE

I f y o u l i k e w h a t y o u s e e a nd wa nt t o v ie w m o re , v i s i t b h o m e s . c o m o r ca l l 0 4 4 0 9 0 9 9 8

Contemporary Style Al Reef

AED 3,150,000

Ref No. TH306170 Imran Ellam

5 BR 3,749 sq. ft.

desert Style Al Reef

AED 2,100,000

Ref No. TH236674 Imran Ellam

3 BR 2,424 sq. ft.

36 APRIL-JUNE 2016 | www.bhomes.com

Better Homes Magazine | HOUSE

FOR RENT

I f y o u l i k e w h a t yo u s e e a nd wa nt t o v ie w m o re , v i s i t b h o m e s . co m o r ca l l 0 4 4 0 9 0 9 9 8

desert Style Al Reef Ref No. TH219448 Better Homes Abu Dhabi

Contemporary Style Al Reef Ref No. TH340524 Hinal Kiran Gajjar

arabian Style Al Reef

AED 210,000 3 BR 2,424 sq. ft.

Ref No. VIM264739 Jayesh Kotak

Contemporary Style Al Reef

AED 180,000 5 BR 2,750 sq.ft.

Ref No. TH339856 Marie DeGuiche

37 APRIL-JUNE 2016 | www.bhomes.com

AED 120,000 2 BR 1,832 sq. ft.

AED 190,000 5 BR 3,749 sq. ft.

Better Homes Magazine | HOUSE

Balghelma Island

Y

Yas Is

Bisrat Fahad Island

Q

Saadiyat Island Jazirat Island

AL RAHA B DISTR

Rehman Island

SAADIYAT ISLAND DISTRICT Fahid Island

Samaliyah Island

Balrmmd Island

Umm Al Nar Island

Umm Yifenah Island

Al Mina

Suwa Island

SUWWAH ISLAND DISTRICT

Reem Island

AL REEM ISLAND DISTRICT

Umm Al Nar Lulu Island

LULU ISLAND DISTRICT

Bain Al Jessrain

Al Marzakiyah Madinat Zayed

Zayed Sports City

Al Matar

ABU DHABI CITY DISTRICT

Al Moroor

Officers City

Al Rehhan

M

Al Maqtaa

us

s

a af

Al Ittihad Al Muzoon

Al Mushrif

Al Khalidiyah

Al Garm Resort Al Bateen

Qasr Al Shatie

Bat r Al

een

South Hodariyat Island Qir

qis

han

ssa fah

K

Po

Hodariyat Island

r ho

Mu

Coconut Island

Kho

N

rt

38 APRIL-JUNE 2016 | www.bhomes.com

h

Po

r

Better Homes Magazine | HOUSE

ABU DHABI CITY DISTRICT

Hydra Villas

Al Reef Villas

YAS ISLAND DISTRICT

AL REEF DISTRICT

Al Falah

sland

Abu Dhabi International Airport Al Shamikha

Masdar City Motor World

Qurayyah Island

BEACH RICT

Al Shawamekh

AL RAHA BEACH DISTRICT Al Raha Beach

MADINAT KHALIFA A DISTRICT

AL REEM ISLAND DISTRICT Al Reem Island

Khalifa City

MADINAT KHALIFA B DISTRICT

Madinat Khalifa A Capital City

CAPITAL CITY DISTRICT Madinat Khalifa B

Al Mafraq

Mohammed Bin Zayed City

t

Bain Al Jessrain Al Maqtaa Officers City Umm Al Nar Al Muzoon Al Garm Resort Al Rehhan Al Matar Al Moroor Al Mushrif Qasr Al Shatie Al Ittihad Al Bateen Al Khalidyah Madinat Zayed Al Marzakiyah Al Mina Zayed Sports City

MADINAT KHALIFA A DISTRICT Madinat Khalifa A Masdar City

MADINAT KHALIFA B DISTRICT Madinat Khalifa B Motor World

AL REEF DISTRICT

Al Reef Villas Abu Dhabi International Airport Hydra Villas

MOHAMMED BIN ZAYED CITY DISTRICT Mohammed Bin Zayed City

MOHAMMED BIN ZAYED CITY DISTRICT

CAPITAL CITY DISTRICT Qum Yafur

MUSSAFAH INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT

Capital City

SAADIYAT ISLAND DISTRICT Saadiyat Island

SUWWAH ISLAND DISTRICT

Mussafah

Suwwah Island

YAS ISLAND DISTRICT Yas Island

LULU ISLAND DISTRICT Lulu Island

MUSSAFAH INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT © 2015 Better Homes

39 APRIL-JUNE 2016 | www.bhomes.com

Mussafah

Better Homes Magazine | HOUSE

Spotlight On The Iittala and Issy Miyake collaboration embodies everything chic we want for our homes. The latest home collection features 30 items comprising textiles, ceramics and glass, in a plethora of colours – which mimic spring and blossoming flowers – and delicate, minimal design 3D shapes. Most of the pieces are in line with the design language of Japan and Finland, and come together beautifully to fuse cultures, materials, and aesthetics. “The continuous research and development in clothes making of Issey Miyake is now crystalised in the collaboration project with Iittala. The textile items are created using not only the latest technology to fold and pleat the material but also the delicate handwork.

The pentagon suggests a non-daily element,” says Midori Kitamura, President of Miyake Design Studio. Available at Jashanmal.

40

APRIL-JUNE OCTOBER 2015 2016| www.bhomes.com | www.bhomes.com

Andian™ with DIAMOND™ Valve

© 2013 Masco Corporation of Indiana

IMpressIVe INNOVATION. I N s I D e A N D O u T.

For more than 50 years, Delta® Faucet has been a leader in creating better ways to experience water. Beyond style, we incorporate smart features like a DIAMOND™ Valve, which provides the durability for our faucets to last up to five million uses.

Dubai: Tel.: 04 2661291 Fax: 04 2691067 Abu Dhabi: Tel.: 02 6741171 Fax: 02 6720025 Al Ain: Tel.: 03 7211219 Fax: 03 7212219 www.algurg.com

see more innovations—from faucets to showers to accessories— at deltafaucet.com.